Multiple Positions

Trade Kings Group

Trade Kings Limited is a leading manufacturer of quality detergent soaps, household products, dairy products and confectionery. Its Head Office is located in the Lusaka’s Light Industrial Area along Nampundwe Road, Off Mumbwa Road. In its quest to maintain quality service delivery, the company seeks to recruit qualified highly motivated and goal-oriented professionals to fill the following positions.

1. Job Title: Furnace Supervisor (1 position)

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise furnace operations and monitor all parameters to ensure optimum performance.
• Ensure adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams for routine and emergency repairs.
• Maintain proper temperature control, fuel efficiency.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of furnace equipment.
• Maintain detailed logs and reports of furnace performance and production data.
• Train and mentor furnace operators and support staff.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and best practices.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to address product defects or inconsistencies.
• Monitor energy consumption and recommend improvements to reduce costs.
• Ensure environmental compliance with emissions and waste disposal regulations

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• A Diploma/Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or a related field
• Direct experience in a manufacturing plant and at least 5 years’ experience in a supervisory role
• Member of the Engineering Institute of Zambia.
• Good communication skills in English writing and reading.
• Leadership qualities.

2. Job Title: Lab Technician (1 position)

Job Overview

The Lab Technician is responsible for inspecting and testing incoming packaging materials, participating in trials, and resolving quality issues in plants. This role ensures all packaging meets required standards and specifications to uphold product integrity and customer satisfaction.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming packaging materials (e.g., Corrugated Boxes, Mono Cartons, Labels, Woven Sacks Etc).
• Conduct standard tests including Dimension, GSM, Bursting Strength, BCT etc.
• Benchmark packaging quality using market samples.
• Perform daily inspections of packaging processes.
• Address and resolve packaging related quality issues at plants and incoming.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Update and maintain testing records and reports on a daily basis.
• Verify process parameters against standard operating values.
• Collaborate with Manager/supervisors to gather and analyze plants feedback and ensure timely closure.
• Tag non-conforming materials with appropriate identification (e.g., HOLD, OK, REJECTION).
• Participate in packaging trials with the plant team.
• Adhere strictly to safety and quality standards.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology, Packaging Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in the plastic packaging industry is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in packaging quality control.
• Hands on experience with packaging testing methods and equipment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast paced environment.
• Good physical condition.
• High standards of punctuality, efficiency, and discipline.

3. Job Title: Packaging Quality Lab Technician- Secondary Packaging (Boxes) Inspection (1 position)

Job Overview

The Packaging Quality Lab Technician is responsible for inspecting and testing incoming packaging materials, participating in trials, and resolving quality issues in plants. This role ensures all packaging meets required standards and specifications to uphold product integrity and customer satisfaction.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming packaging materials (e.g., Corrugated Boxes, Mono Cartons, Labels, Woven Sacks Etc).
• Conduct standard tests including Dimension, GSM, Bursting Strength, BCT etc.
• Benchmark packaging quality using market samples.
• Perform daily inspections of packaging processes.
• Address and resolve packaging related quality issues at plants and incoming.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Update and maintain testing records and reports on a daily basis.
• Verify process parameters against standard operating values.
• Collaborate with Manager/supervisors to gather and analyze plants feedback and ensure timely closure.
• Tag non-conforming materials with appropriate identification (e.g., HOLD, OK, REJECTION).
• Participate in packaging trials with the plant team.
• Adhere strictly to safety and quality standards.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology, Packaging Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in the plastic packaging industry is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in packaging quality control.
• Hands on experience with packaging testing methods and equipment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast paced environment.
• Good physical condition.
• High standards of punctuality, efficiency, and discipline.
• Effective problem solving abilities.
• Proactive in identifying and resolving quality issues.

4. Job Title: Packaging Quality Lab Technician- Plastic Products Inspection  (1 position)

Job Overview

The Packaging Quality Lab Technician is responsible for inspecting and testing incoming packaging materials, participating in trials, and resolving quality issues in plants. This role ensures all packaging meets required standards and specifications to uphold product integrity and customer satisfaction.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming packaging materials (e.g., Corrugated Boxes, Mono Cartons, Labels, Woven Sacks Etc).
• Conduct standard tests including Dimension, GSM, Bursting Strength, BCT etc.
• Benchmark packaging quality using market samples.
• Perform daily inspections of packaging processes.
• Address and resolve packaging related quality issues at plants and incoming.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Update and maintain testing records and reports on a daily basis.
• Verify process parameters against standard operating values.
• Collaborate with Manager/supervisors to gather and analyze plants feedback and ensure timely closure.
• Tag non-conforming materials with appropriate identification (e.g., HOLD, OK, REJECTION).
• Participate in packaging trials with the plant team.
• Adhere strictly to safety and quality standards.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology, Packaging Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in the plastic packaging industry is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in packaging quality control.
• Hands on experience with packaging testing methods and equipment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast paced environment.
• Good physical condition.
• High standards of punctuality, efficiency, and discipline.
• Effective problem solving abilities.
• Proactive in identifying and resolving quality issues.

5. Job Title: Packaging Quality Lab Technician-Flexible(Wrapper) Packaging   (1 position)

Job Overview

The Packaging Quality Lab Technician is responsible for inspecting and testing incoming packaging materials, participating in trials, and resolving quality issues in plants. This role ensures all packaging meets required standards and specifications to uphold product integrity and customer satisfaction.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming packaging materials (e.g., Corrugated Boxes, Mono Cartons, Labels, Woven Sacks Etc).
• Conduct standard tests including Dimension, GSM, Bursting Strength, BCT etc.
• Benchmark packaging quality using market samples.
• Perform daily inspections of packaging processes.
• Address and resolve packaging related quality issues at plants and incoming.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.
• Update and maintain testing records and reports on a daily basis.
• Verify process parameters against standard operating values.
• Collaborate with Manager/supervisors to gather and analyze plants feedback and ensure timely closure.
• Tag non-conforming materials with appropriate identification (e.g., HOLD, OK, REJECTION).
• Participate in packaging trials with the plant team.
• Adhere strictly to safety and quality standards.

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology, Packaging Technology, or a related field.
• Experience in the plastic packaging industry is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in packaging quality control.
• Hands on experience with packaging testing methods and equipment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast paced environment.
• High standards of punctuality, efficiency, and discipline.
• Effective problem solving abilities.

6. Job Title: Lab Technician – Chemist (3 positions)

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Analysis of the online product, Finished Product and Raw material in the shift
• Calibration and upkeeping of the Lab equipment
• Coordinating with the production team the quality of the product
• Responsible for production of quality products

Minimum Requirements – Education, Experience and Skills

• Diploma of Science in Laboratory Technology or any other related.
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in Food Industry Lab Analysis
• Through knowledge all chemicals
• Calculation and calibration of the equipment
• Knowledge of Food safety norms and Audits
• Knowledge of Microbiology
• Knowledge of operating and using HPLC and microscope

Interested candidates who meet the criteria above are encouraged to submit their application letters, with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates, and contact details of three (3) referees as a single document to:

vacancies@tradekings.co.zm, with “THE JOB TITLE” as the subject line not later than 10th June, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.